Abasand Heights
Perched above the majestic Athabasca and Horse rivers this hilltop location is small, quiet, and safe with friendly neighbours. The family oriented community serves as a haven for young couples with small children, nesters, commuters, and 1st time home buyers. A leisurely stroll finds you enjoying an area strip mall with local pub, gas station, car wash, and shops. The school area is complete with a running track, soccer field, tennis courts, playground and ice rink where families gather for a rousing game of shinny of leisurely skate. Two additional playgrounds, a picnic area and skateboarding park are within the neighbourhood. A natural walking path runs along the outside of the area. An outdoor spray park is available for a fun family summertime "splash" just to the southeast. Abasand possesses some of the most unobstructed views of the skyline and the dancing rainbows of light that form the aurora borealis. Residents enjoy the abundance of walking trails and parks with easy access to excellent shopping, dining, schools, cultural, retail offerings and recreational activities. Many homes in the area directly overlook the river valleys.
This community appeals to many offering an excellent mix of single family homes with ample lots, town and patio homes and affordable high-density condos. This close knit community has big spirit.
Fun Facts about Abasand Heights
Style and Age of Homes
Abasand homes are typically Single Family with a mix of town homes, duplexes, patio homes, and apartment condos typical age is from 1970's to new
Schools
Father Beauregard (ECDP Grade 6)
Location
If you want to live a short 2 minute drive to Downtown and escape the hustle-and-bustle of a busy City Centre the community of Abasand is for you! Abasand Heights is a nice little neighbourhood on the located on a hillside south side of Fort McMurray. The northern boundary is created by the Athabasca River. Abasand Heights is north of the Beacon Hill community on the west side of Highway 63. Abbotswood Drive and Abasand Drive lead into the community. A bridge is provided over the highway to by-pass traffic with easy access to both public and industry transit makes this location an easy commute to downtown or work.
Population
The population of Abasand Heights in 2021 was 3,772 with 1,687 dwellings according to a municipal census conducted by the R.M of Wood Buffalo. The area saw significant damage during the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire. The community of Abasand is almost completely rebuilt.
| Home Transaction Data | |
|---|---|
| *Stats produced by Susan Lore for Fort McMurray Alberta | |
| Aug. 1, 2022 - Oct. 31, 2022 | |
| AVERAGE SALE PRICE APARTMENT (CONDO) | $280,400 |
| AVERAGE SALE PRICE SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED | $511,580 |
| NUMBER OF SALES (ALL PROPERTY TYPES) | 9 |
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Abasand Heights Real Estate for Sale
RARE FIND LAYOUT IN ABASAND, UPPER-LEVEL BONUS ROOM, CENTRAL A/C, ATTACHED GARAGE, FRONT DRIVEWAY, AND BUILT BY LONG TIME QUALITY LOCAL BUILDER VIS-STAR HOMES! This price...
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- 3 Beds
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- A2034368 MLS® #
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- 4 Beds
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- A2033768 MLS® #
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- 4 Beds
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- A2034009 MLS® #
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- 4 Beds
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- A2033468 MLS® #
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- 5 Beds
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- A2033355 MLS® #
FRESHLY PAINTED!! 2-Story Abasand 2017 REBUILD!! 6-8 CAR PARKING!! LARGE BACK YARD & DECK!!!GARAGE!! Welcome to 159 Athabasca Crescent in Gorgeous Abasand, home of one ...
- 3 Beds
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- A2033119 MLS® #
Introducing 180 Athabasca Crescent - a brand new home that's perfect for nature enthusiasts. Boasting a prime location across from the greenbelt, this property offers a s...
- 3 Beds
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- A2032241 MLS® #
Build your DREAM HOME in this terrific vacant lot! Location doesn't get any better than this! You get the best of both worlds in this quiet crescent away from the busy st...
- A2031567 MLS® #
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- 4 Beds
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- A2028414 MLS® #
Located in the desirable neighbourhood of Abasand Heights, this finished bi-level on a corner lot with off-street parking, a large yard, five bedrooms, and three full bat...
- 5 Beds
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- A2028060 MLS® #
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- 4 Beds
- 3 Full Baths
- A2027759 MLS® #
If move in ready, low maintenance living is what your looking for than look no further than 103 Aurora Place! Located in the beautiful community of Abasand, this 3 bedroo...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Full Baths
- 1 Half Baths
- A2025630 MLS® #
Another Quality built with the trusted Mann Builder! This stunning house has a Bonus room. This open concept main floor kitchen with plenty of storage, Granite countertop...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Full Baths
- 1 Half Baths
- A2023263 MLS® #
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